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Meaning of Dirtiness | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

The state or quality of being dirty.

uncountable, usually

Equivalents

Examples

“Paul was distressingly clean, but Babbitt reveled in a good sound dirtiness, in not having to shave till his spirit was moved to it.”
“Dirtiness is inherent in hotels and restaurants, because sound food is sacrificed to punctuality and smartness.”
“So they walked till they came to Claremont and Kumalo was shocked by its shabbiness and dirtiness, and the closeness of the houses, and the filth in the streets.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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